Duties and responsibilities

• Conduct estimation of materials, manufacturing/fabrication time, labour costs, including any other development costs (e.g., fabrication of new components).
• Estimation of repairs, changes, or modifications, newly or partially fabrication of components as a result of specification revisions.
• Excellent understanding of plans, and requirements for each task or project.
• Knowledge in materials costing and estimation for trades related to primarily wood/timber, good knowledge for other trades such as aluminium and metal.
• Prepares quotations by analysing requirements, scope of work, technical drawings and associated specifications.
• Estimate times, calculate supplies and work with the procurement section for pricing and availability of materials.
• Prepare quotes, liaise with Manager for review and approval, send quotes to clients and ensure follow-up.
• Pre-tendering preparation and post-tendering follow-up, liaise with operations team for any adjustment or modifications.
• Issuance of progress claim on a timely manner.
• Follow-up with main contractor/client for issuance of IPC.
• Assist team members on tasks/projects to ensure efficient operations and to ensure targets are met.
• Efficient use of company resources and control expenses to meet budgetary controls.
• Oversee the different stages of task/project to ensure that expenses follow the forecasted plan.
• Prepare detailed cost estimate reports and other dashboards where required
• Any other duties related to the post.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Estimator primarily for Timber/Wood.
• Knowledge in other trades (aluminium, metal) would be a definite advantage.
• Ability to prepare quotations, tenders, and accurate follow-up skills.
• IT proficient with excellent command of MS Office and strong formulae input/calculations on excel.
• Good analytical skills, accurate costing and estimation skills and eye for details.
• Good communication skills – verbal and written – English and French.
• Ability to deal with contractors, clients in a professional manner.
• Ability to keep track of work progress and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to read plans, blueprints, and any other wooden structures/designs.
• Proficient on working on multiple projects.
• Flexible in working hours.
• Honest, punctual and professional in approach.